Translation of Japanese word "傘" to English
傘
かさ
[kasa]
IPA: /kasa/
Meaning
NounA cloth-covered frame used for protection against rain or sun.
How to use
傘 (kasa) — 'umbrella'. 傘をさす — open an umbrella. 折りたたみ傘 (oritatami kasa) — folding umbrella. 傘を忘れる — forget one's umbrella.
🇬🇧 English
umbrella
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 傘
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): かさ
Romaji Transcription: kasa
Example Sentences
私は傘を持っています。
わたしはかさをもっています。
I have an umbrella.
彼女は傘を持って歩いています。
かのじょはかさをもってあっています。
She is walking with an umbrella.
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Common phrases
- 傘をさす— to open an umbrella
Frequency rank: #121 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "傘" mean?▼
The Japanese word "傘" means "umbrella" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "傘"?▼
The word "傘" is read as "かさ" (kasa). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Used in the rain.".
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